Hunter Macdonald in court over sculpture damage
The $300,000 artwork snapped at the base, sending its climber plummeting into the water.
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Car on tracks stops Wellington train services
Service halted between Porirua and Plimmerton is now running again.
'Disgusting' road rage after car cut off cyclist
A witness says the cyclist shoved the car door against the woman several times.
Synthetics-contaminated cooking utensil poisoned kids
Police believe drugs were not intentionally administered to anybody in the family.
Building fire disrupting central Wellington traffic
Police advise motorists heading through Customhouse Quay to expect delays.
Ex-Tomorrow People singer let off domestic violence charge
Former lead singer of Kiwi reggae band let off charge of assaulting his ex-girlfriend.
The false Armistice and the Kiwi flu that killed a quarter of Samoans
Armistice pandemic swept through New Zealand and Pacific islands.
Skyrocketing city: How much is your home worth?
Check out the interactive to see the value of your Wellington home.
Armed police on exercise at empty Wellington apartment block
Armed police may be seen in the area, and residents could hear loud bangs.
Wellington Zoo receives 'Oscar' of zoo awards
"We feel honoured to be recognised for our work to reduce our impact on the environment."
Leap year: Wellington now has nine $1 million suburbs
Land value has also shot up by 77 per cent for residential sections.
Students tackle endometriosis, robots, tiny homes
Emma Thornton's heat wrap is designed to comfort women with endometriosis.
Teacher in court over alleged intimate filming
The teacher has 56 charges, including two for making objectionable publications.
National invites Ross to trigger waka-jumping law himself
The National Party has rejected embattled MP Jami-Lee Ross's request for a proxy vote.
Former chief justice Sir Thomas Eichelbaum has died
Sir Thomas was appointed the Chief Justice of New Zealand in 1989, at the age of 58.
Lucas the cavoodle found after five-day bush ordeal
After six days in dense bush, a beloved family pet has come home.
Manhunt: Armed police swoop on Wellington bus
Armed police swooped on a passenger bus in central Wellington this morning.
Lucas the lost dog seen briefly - then gone
Helicopter could be sent up today after animal team kept overnight watch.
Science of the shake: What caused the 6.2 quake
The magnitude 6.2 earthquake was felt throughout much of New Zealand.
Moment flight aborted Wellington landing due to quake
Flights to and from Wellington temporarily affected by today's 6.2 earthquake.
Stop-go murderer's bid to appeal court ruling fails
Quinton Winders was convicted of the murder of George Taiaroa in 2013.
Royal rumble: Tabloids go crazy over Harry and Meghan being in NZ during quake
International media was quick to react to the Royal couple "surviving" the shake.
How Parliament reacted to quake
Parliament is one of the safest places in a quake, but it doesn't make them easy.
Earthquake temporarily impacts flights in Wellington
A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck the North Island this afternoon.
$10k scholarship for Nope Sisters
Part of the money will go towards a new design the siblings are releasing.
Bus strike called off ahead of mediation
Bus drivers have returned to work as a sign of good faith.
Dog-lovers get chopper in air to search for missing cavoodle
Yelps can be heard in the bush, but Lucas has not yet been found.
Serious talks, a conservation walk and a tickle make up day two of royal tour
The Duke and Duchess's second day in New Zealand brought serious talks and tickles.
Bus strikes in Wellington called off
A strike action by a small number of Tramways union members has been called off.
Low-key royal visit means 'today lives were saved'
Over a cuppa, the Duke and Duchess push one of the last taboos into the global spotlight.
Meghan simple but stylish on second day
Whatever the Duchess has been sporting on the tour has been a hot topic.
Racist tirade: Wellington Mayor appalled by the woman's comments
"Her abuse in no way represents the views of the vast majority of Wellingtonians."